Oct. 8-19, 2025

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Cavies, Bantams, Chickens, and Rabbits are some of the members that make up the South Carolina State Fair Smallstock Department. Enter in your animals for a chance to win ribbons and prizes. 

DIVISIONS:

  • Bantam (Jr & Open)
  • Cavy
  • Chicken (Jr & Open)
  • Pigeon
  • Rabbit (Jr & Open)
  • Turkey
  • Wildlife
 
* Due to the Avian influenza, waterfowl classes (ducks and geese) will be excluded again in 2024.
 
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Smallstock Important Dates & Times

Open Entry Registration: July 1 – Sept. 1, 2024

Judging Rabbits & Cavies: Open to Public Saturday, Sept 28th  – Carry-Cage (pre-fair)

**Please note: Rabbit/Cavy Exhibitors are not expected to bring all their entries back for the State Fair exhibit. But, in order to receive premium payouts, participation in the exhibit is expected and strongly encouraged. 

Delivery Coop-In: Tuesday, Oct 8 – 12:00 noon to 6:00 pm 

Judging Remaining Smallstock:  October 13th (closed to the public)

4-H State Poultry Showmanship Contest: Saturday, Oct 12 – 10:00 am

4-H State Rabbit Showmanship Contest: Saturday, Oct 12 – 10:00 am

Release: Sunday, Oct 20 – 8:00 am – 10:00 am and after 7:00 pm

2024 Registration closes September 1st

2024 Smallstock Exhibit Guide

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